An uber competitive two-way defenceman who thinks the game at the highest level, A gifted skater, his ability to traverse all three zones is best described as smooth and effortless. He never looks disinterested and it's always apparent just how badly he wants to win. His vision and awareness is great, allowing him to play a responsible yet dynamic brand of hockey. He's a dangerous puck-carrier with a great shot. Defensively, he makes good decisions quickly and consistently, never looking out of place when pitted up against the other team's top players. He pressures the opposition and limits options, never getting in the way of his goalie. (Curtis Joe, EP 2019)

His puck retrievals are excellent, as Soderstrom always shoulder checks for a read on incoming pressure and surveys the ice for an outlet, EPrinkside.com2019

He makes a superb first pass and can skate the puck out of his zone reasonably well, too. His battle level is through the roof, EPrinkside.com2019

Confident with the puck, he is a responsible player who plays with poise
and patience, Future Considerations2019

Whether passing the puck forward or carrying it up, he is at ease and executing his plans., McKeen's Hockey2019